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From Here to Eternity by A.L. Jackson

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dark emotional mysterious medium-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? A mix
  • Strong character development? Yes
  • Loveable characters? Yes
  • Diverse cast of characters? No
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

4.25

AL Jackson really delivers a quality romantic suspense story. This book had me on the edge of my seat. I could not stop turning to see what would happen next. I liked Charleigh and River, they just had this magnetic connection right from the start. River saw her and wanted to keep her safe. Honorable mention to Nolan who was the absolutely cutest. I do feel that the suspenseful plotline overshadowed the romance slightly. Charleigh and River needed a little more time for that deep connection to be more compelling. I am honestly more excited to see Raven and Otto’s story play out in book 2. This book is perfect for fans of a morally gray and protective mmc. 
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Just Between Us by Lena Hendrix

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emotional mysterious medium-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? A mix
  • Strong character development? Yes
  • Loveable characters? Yes
  • Diverse cast of characters? No
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated

4.5

The Kings series has really been top notch. I loved the suspenseful/mystery aspect to this book. It was a nice addition. I liked Royal and Veda’s story. Those two just fit together and balanced each other out. Here for the “don’t be mean to me or I’ll fall in love you” vibes. I loved that Royal was not what he seemed like on the surface from the other Sullivan and King books. He really is a tattooed golden retriever (Taylor Swift nailed it). The mystery was woven through nicely without detracting from the romance, it was really well balanced. I am super intrigued to see were things go for JP in the next one. 
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Chase Our Forever by Kat Singleton

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emotional medium-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? Character
  • Strong character development? Yes
  • Loveable characters? Yes
  • Diverse cast of characters? No
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

5.0

I am such a sucker for a single dad x nanny romance. This book was fabulous and honestly the star of the show was Clara. She was such a sweet and bold kiddo in the best way. I really enjoyed watching Dean and Liv’s relationship evolve and unfold. Their immediate connection grew into this beautiful and meaningful bond. The dual POV really added to the tension with the pining and resistance. Seeing both open up to one another and be vulnerable was moving. Dean, Liv, and Clara become this adorable little family so quickly. Fans of Love Unwritten by Lauren Asher will enjoy this grumpy billionaire single dad x nanny romance. 
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Secret Love by Willow Aster

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emotional funny medium-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? Character
  • Strong character development? Yes
  • Loveable characters? Yes
  • Diverse cast of characters? No
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated

4.5

I just love this series! This group of single dad football players is just the best. They are so open supportive and loving. The found family vibes are top tier. I really enjoyed Henley and Tru’s story. We love a little forbidden age gap moment with her being his daughter’s teacher. I felt like the barriers were realistic. I appreciated how upfront and honest Henley was about his feelings while letting Tru set the pace. I think that they did a great job of being what the other needed. My favorite scenes were with all the guys, they are the cutest little family. I am very excited to see where thing go next for this group! The single dad and sports romance girlies will eat this up.  
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Lone Wolf in Lights by Stacey Kennedy

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emotional medium-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? A mix
  • Strong character development? Yes
  • Loveable characters? Yes
  • Diverse cast of characters? No
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated

3.5

I found that this book was missing something. It covers deeper topics a like grief and domestic violence but it lacks deep development of the romantic plotline. I think that both character’s back stories were handled well and realistic. I was left wanting to see more of that deep connection developing between Eli and Willow- it fell flat to me, felt more surface level. I think fans of Rein Me In by Kayla Grosse will enjoy this book.

*I received the ARC for free from the publisher via NetGalley in exchange for an honest review.*
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A Legend in the Baking by Jamie Wesley

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Did not finish book. Stopped at 66%.
I found the complete lack of communication between the two characters to be so frustrating. 66% of the way in and all they have done is mildly pine for each other without a single conversation to acknowledge feelings. I wanted to enjoy this story more but I found it hard to be invested when not much plot had happened (or character development). 

*I received the ARC for free from the publisher via NetGalley in exchange for an honest review.* 
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Sunlight by Devney Perry

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emotional medium-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? A mix
  • Strong character development? Yes
  • Loveable characters? Yes
  • Diverse cast of characters? No
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

5.0

“Tell me a lie.” “Tell me a secret.” Well let me tell you Devney has done it again, this book is excellent! I could not out the book down. I loved Jax and Sasha. It was beautiful seeing their relationship grow and evolve throughout the book. Jax was just so steady making sure Sasha knew he was there and that she could count on him. His consistent caretaking was swoony. Sasha was unsure of herself but finally found herself a family again. I appreciated that both characters had been through some things but found ways to support the other and what they needed. Even haters of the accidental pregnancy trope will find themselves enthralled in this story with such compelling writing. This book is a must read for fans of her previous work. 

*I received the ARC for free from the publisher via NetGalley in exchange for an honest review.* 
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Strikeout by Millie Perez

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emotional funny medium-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? A mix
  • Strong character development? Yes
  • Loveable characters? Yes
  • Diverse cast of characters? Yes
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

5.0

Millie hit it out of the park with this book! The chemistry between Isabella and Mateo was *chef’s kiss* I’m a sucker for good banter especially if that banter is between a single dad and nanny, it just hits different. I loved the mutual pining but I loved the tension finally snapping between them even more. Mateo is both the sweet, thoughtful, and supportive bf but is equally commanding (in a hot way!). I loved seeing Isabella come into her own despite her past. Honorable mention to Anna, she was such a sweet kid. It was great seeing her relationship develop with Isabella and them forming a little family. This book is perfect for fans of Caught Up by Liz Tomforde. 
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The Wingman by Stephanie Archer

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emotional funny medium-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? Character
  • Strong character development? Yes
  • Loveable characters? Yes
  • Diverse cast of characters? No
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

5.0

Stephanie just writes bangers after bangers. This series and this book are just too notch. Her writing is so infectious, I find myself immersed in the story just ready for the next page. This book really has it all- friends to lovers, roommates, lessons, mutual pining, and hockey. I loved Hayden and Darcy (as individuals and together). They both had excellent character development. Hayden finally let her in on his insecurities and struggles and got real vulnerable about his feelings. Darcy found her way back to herself and who she wanted to be after a terrible relationship. Hayden was the epitome of supportive, always putting her first. These two had me all in right from the start with the tension, pining, and clear admiration. Plus in true hockey romance fashion this book delivers on the spice. I recommend this book to fans of The Wrong Mr. Right by Stephanie Archer or Fall With Me by Becka Mack.

*I received the ARC for free from the publisher in exchange for an honest review.* 
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All Too Well by Corinne Michaels

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emotional medium-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? A mix
  • Strong character development? Yes
  • Loveable characters? Yes
  • Diverse cast of characters? No
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

4.5

Corinne always writes a compelling small town romance and this is no different. I love a good childhood crush that was your brother’s best friend. Throw in that mutual pining and forced proximity of roommates and now you’ve got your pressure cooker brining the heat. I really liked Lachlan and Ainsley. Lachlan has been through it and has walls up to protect his heart. Ainsley is ready for her chance with the man she’s always loved. I enjoyed watching them reconnect and how their relationship progressed. Their barriers were definitely realistic based on the characters’ histories. I loved the scenes with the other frisbee guys they were great comedic moments. I actually wish we got to see more moments with Rose she was such a sweet kid. I recommend this for fans of small town romances. 
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